1980 Land Rover Series 3 - Safari Green - Ex-Australian Defence Force - 99,275km - 4.1L Ford Inline 6, 4-Speed Manual, 4WD
A genuine ex-ADF Land Rover Series 3 with all its original military provenance plates intact and a practical 4.1L Ford engine conversion. Delivered to the Australian Defence Force in February 1981. Honest unrestored condition.
Overview
The Land Rover Series 3 is the final and most refined expression of the original Land Rover concept, built to go anywhere, last indefinitely, and be repaired in the field with basic tools. This 1980 example carries provenance that makes it particularly compelling. The military data plate on the firewall identifies it as a contract-supplied vehicle delivered to the Australian Defence Force in February 1981. Built by Leyland Australia Pty. Ltd. to contract number V103721, it was specified as a Truck, Utility, Light, G.S. Fitted for Radio, Census number 6006. The compliance plate confirms the December 1980 build date, the long-wheelbase soft top 6-cylinder configuration, and VIN LBCAP1AF507798. All of these plates remain present and legible, making the provenance of this vehicle clear and unambiguous.
The 4.1-litre Ford inline 6-cylinder engine is the well-known crossflow unit that replaced the original Rover 2.25-litre four-cylinder. This is a common, practical, and well-regarded conversion that transforms reliability and parts availability. The engine presents in honest working condition with its factory blue finish faded but intact. The four-speed manual transmission, high and low range transfer box, and right-hand drive configuration are all original. The vehicle has covered 99,275 kilometres, a genuine and honest figure for a 44-year-old working vehicle.
The body presents in olive safari green, the original ADF delivery specification colour, with honest surface patina, light stone chipping, and the kind of age-appropriate wear you would expect from a vehicle of this working history. The panel structure is straight and the body panels show no evidence of major accident damage. The long-wheelbase safari configuration retains the aluminium ribbed rear tray floor, fold-down side-facing bench seating in the troop carrier layout, and rope lashing points front and rear. The canvas canopy top remains with the vehicle. A tubular black front bull bar is fitted, and the servicing data plate references a Bamford winch in the lubrication schedule. Goodyear G114 and mixed all-terrain tyres are fitted on olive-painted matching steel wheels.
Features
* 4.1-litre Ford inline 6-cylinder petrol engine (converted from original Rover unit)
* 4-speed manual transmission
* Four-wheel drive with high and low range transfer box
* Right-hand drive, Leyland Australia assembly
* Ex-Australian Defence Force, contract delivered February 1981
* ADF military data plates present: delivery plate, MOD Record plate, and operational servicing data plate
* Leyland Australia compliance plate confirmed (December 1980 build, 6-cylinder soft top)
* Truck, Utility, Light, G.S. specification, fitted for radio
* Census No 6006, Contract No V103721
* Safari Green ADF livery, matching olive steel wheels
* Tubular black front bull bar
* Roof-mounted spare tyre
* Aluminium ribbed rear tray floor
* Fold-down side-facing bench seating (troop carrier configuration)
* Canvas safari canopy top
* Rope lashing points front and rear
* Original black vinyl cab bench seat and steering wheel
* Original Jaeger instrument cluster
* 99,275km on odometer
Condition Notes
* Surface rust and patina throughout, consistent with 44-year-old unrestored working vehicle
* Canvas canopy shows age-related weathering and fabric fading
* Engine bay shows age-related surface grime and component oxidation
* Chassis rails show surface rust, standard for age
* Rear bench seat back upholstery deteriorated
Specifications
Year: 1980
Make/Model: Land Rover Series 3 (109" Long Wheelbase)
Body: Soft Top, Long Wheelbase, Troop Carrier/Utility configuration
Engine: 4.1L Ford inline 6-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol
Engine No: PJ38467
Transmission: 4-speed manual
Drive: Four-wheel drive (high and low range)
Steering: Right-hand drive
Odometer: 99,275km
Colour: Safari Green (ADF specification)
GVM: 2,760kg
Manufacturer: Leyland Australia Pty. Ltd.
Price Guide: $8,000 - $12,000
VIN: LBCAP1AF507798
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Location of item: 148 Main Street, Beverley, SA, Australia
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